11 Laws That Protect Women And Their Rights. by Legal Advice - 3 year ago | 757 1. Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961-According to this act, taking or giving of dowry at the time of marriage by the bride or the bridegroom and their family is a punishable offense. 2. The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006- This Act penalizes the marriage of underage girls (below the age of 18). Parents trying to marry underage girls are subject to strict action under this law. 3. Special Marriage Act, 1954- When people from different faiths and caste choose to get married, they do it under the Special Marriage Act. Read more 0 0
What Are The Legal Rights Of A Landlord? by Legal Advice - 3 year ago | 862 1. Right to evict a tenant- As per the Draft Model Tenancy Act 2015, landlords have the right to evict a tenant on the grounds of breach of rental agreement and or if they require the property for personal use. 2. Right to temporary recovery of possession- A landlord is entitled to obtain possession of the property, in case there is a requirement for him to carry out repairs, alterations or additions to the building. 3. Right to increase the rent- In India, the applicable rate of rent increase is around 10 %, every two years, for residential properties. Owners of residential or commercial property can hike the rates periodically. Read more 0 0
Are You Looking To Rent A House? These Are Your Legal Rights by Legal Advice - 3 year ago | 831 1. Right to habitable property- A tenant has the right to a house that is fit to be lived in. 2. Right to privacy- Your landlord cannot enter the property during tenancy without prior permission from you at any stage. 3. Right to property- You are entitled to hold on to the property during tenancy and your lease cannot be disturbed by sale, alienation, inheritance or auction of the property. Read more 0 0
What Are The Fundamental Rights Of Children? by Legal Advice - 3 year ago | 1244 Children, defined as any person under the age of 18, need more than just human rights due to a set of unique needs due to young age and impressionable minds. 1. Right to identity- Children are entitled to a name, legally registered with the government, and a nationality, i.e. a right to belong to a country. 2. Right to health- Children are entitled to proper healthcare including drinking water, nutrition, and a safe environment to live. Also, children with special needs require special care and support. Read more 0 0
